Become A YES Member

What Yes Teens are saying

What do all YES Members Receive?

Experience and feedback on filling out an application, providing references and interviewing for a job.

Access to the complete Now Hiring List of local businesses hiring teens (updated biweekly by YES staff). Opportunity to work Odd Jobs and Job Referrals in the community if interested.

Access to seasonal workshops on Resume and Application Skills, Job Interview Tips and Tricks, and Keys to Excellent Customer Service.

Eligible YES Members may also receive after-school help with online applications, interview practice, and resume building, as well as placement in subsidized job programs.

What Kind Of Jobs Can I Work?

YES Connect: for teens ages 14-20 living in Tompkins County. YES Connect provides support for teens looking for a part-time job. We maintain a current now-hiring list of local businesses and can help our members with online applications and interview preparation. Membership in YES Connect also includes access to our workshops and training series, all about building the skills necessary for success at work.

Subsidized Employment through YES: We also have several programs that allow us to pay teens to work at local businesses on a part-time basis, primarily during the summer months. These programs have varying age and residency requirements, but priority is given to teens younger than 16 and first-time workers. These jobs are often 6-8 week placements but sometimes extend longer. During the work experience, a YES Representative will maintain contact with the teen and the supervisor, to help address any questions or concerns, and to make the work experience as successful as possible. There are a small number of placements available during the school year, and many more during the summer months. Past placements include Collegetown Bagels, Cass Park, Primitive Pursuits, Southside Community Center, Comet Skateboards, Ithaca Children’s Garden, Drop-In Children’s Center, Recycle Ithaca’s Bicycles, GIAC, and many, many more!

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What Our Teens Are Saying

"I am so grateful to live in a city with so many opportunities for youth! Thank you for the excellent experience!"

"Thank you guys so much for helping me this summer! I really respect how much time and effort you put into the teens of your program"

Contact Us

Youth Employment Service is a program of the Ithaca Youth Bureau, which is a department of the City of Ithaca. We receive support from the Tompkins County Youth Services Department, the Tompkins County Workforce Development Board, and the Joint Youth Commission.